Realme 9 5G Speed Edition vs Samsung Galaxy A26 5G
Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | Samsung Exynos 1380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.6", IPS LCD, 144Hz | 6.65", AMOLED, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 48MP+2MP+2MP/16MP (Front) | 50MP+8MP+2MP/13MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 30W | 5000mAh, 25W | ||
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Battery and Software | Overall Best Pick |
|---|
General
| Colors | Starry Glow, Azure Glow | Awesome Black, Awesome Mint, Awesome Peach, Awesome White | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | March 10, 2022 | March 24, 2025 | ||
| Availability | March 14, 2022 | March 24, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹19,999 | ₹24,999 |
Display
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A26 5G
| Type | IPS LCD | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.65 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2412 pixels | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 400 ppi | 385 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 600 nits | 1200 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A26 5G
| Weight | 199 grams | 200 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Panda Glass | Gorilla Glass Victus+ | ||
| Back | Plastic | Glass | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Panda glass | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | - | IP67 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res Audio, Loudspeaker | Mono Speaker |
Processor
Winner:Realme 9 5G Speed Edition
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | Samsung | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 778G | Exynos 1380 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 642L | Mali-G68 MP5 |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A26 5G
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Macro | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | 2 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Depth | Macro | ||
| Features | Dual View, EIS, HDR, LED flash, Nightscape, Panorama, Portrait | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | EIS | EIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Realme UI | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) | 6 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Camera | Galaxy AI |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Realme 9 5G Speed Edition
| Front Camera Resolution | 16 MP | 13 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HdR, panorama | |||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Tie
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 30 W | 25 W |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, CDMA, GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Realme 9 5G Speed Edition
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | AGPS, Beidou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | - | - | ||
| Radio | - | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint Scanner, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Magnetic Induction Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor |
